Fact: The ADA is a complaint-driven law; anyone with a disability (or someone on their behalf) who feels they have been discriminated against can file a complaint against a facility with the U.S. Department of Justice or directly in Federal Court. There are both financial and remedial penalties when a violation is determined. Defending against a complaint is also costly. Myth # 2: âMy building was built before the ADA, so it was âgrandfatheredâ in.â Fact: The ADA has no grandfathering provisions.
Pool filter grade diatomaceous earth has been heat and chemically treated and will poison an animal or human who ingests it, so it is always of utmost importance to only obtain food grade diatomaceous earth to use in and around your household. Diatoms (DE) are the grass of the oceans and lakes.
Products containing diatomaceous earth are most commonly dusts. Other formulations include wettable powders and pressurized liquids. Currently, there are over 150 products registered for use inside and outside of buildings, farms, gardens, and pet kennels. Some products can also be used directly on dogs and cats. Diatomaceous earth products are registered for use against bed bugs, cockroaches, crickets, fleas, ticks, spiders, and many other pests. There are thousands of non-pesticide products that contain diatomaceous earth. These include skin care products, toothpastes, foods, beverages, medicines, rubbers, paints, and water filters. The Food & Drug Administration lists diatomaceous earth as Generally Recognized as Safe.